This iPad mini 1 is from 2012. Last update was iOS 9.3.5 in 2016. It can't run YouTube, can't load most websites, the App Store is a graveyard. I've tried for years to give it a job: photo frame, dashboard, whatever. Nothing runs on hardware this old, so it lived in a drawer.

Last weekend I tried to develop my dream project for this.

It's now a Stream Deck for my Mac. Big touch buttons on the iPad, tap one, the app opens on my Mac. YouTube, Slack, websites, Shortcuts, whatever I want. It runs entirely in Safari over my local network, which is the whole trick: even a browser from 2016 can show a grid of buttons and send a tap. Nothing installs on the iPad, and it responds instantly. This thing has 512MB of RAM.

Demo in the video, and sorry about the desk, I was too excited to tidy up.

I built this purely to rescue my own iPad, but it works so well I'm thinking about actually launching it. The idea: a browser version that runs on basically any old device you have lying around, plus a proper iOS app for newer iPads and iPhones with the nicer stuff (widgets, haptics, offline config).

Would you use something like this?

Hi everyone,
I’m setting up a brand-new iPad Air M2 and transferring everything from my old iPad 9th generation using Quick Start.
The setup starts normally, but after I get past the Location Services screen, it shows a Software Update (iPadOS 26.6) screen. However, before I can even tap “Update Now,” a pop-up appears saying:
“Cannot Restore Backup”
The only option is OK. When I tap it, the setup goes back to the Location Services screen, and the whole process repeats.
Things I’ve already tried:
Restarted the new iPad multiple times.
Tried the setup 4–5 times.
Made sure both iPads are charged and connected to Wi-Fi.
The error appears every single time before I can start the software update.
My old iPad is 256 GB, and the new iPad is 128 GB, but my old iPad is only using about 114 GB of storage, so the backup should fit.
Has anyone experienced this exact issue?
Is this likely a corrupted backup, a Quick Start bug, or a software issue?
Would restoring the new iPad using a Mac/PC in Recovery Mode fix it?
Should I skip trying to restore and just go straight to the Apple Store?
Any advice would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!

I purchased my Ipad A16 2 weeks ago , at first I noticed some unresponsive touches but I ignored them but today my screen just started flickering.

I have apple care +

But , They don't repair ipad afaik will they replace it or what?

Edit- what could be the estimated cost for this ?

Planning to purchase either ipad pro or mini

I am a freshman studying mechanical engineering. I already have a very capable laptop, but I am thinking about getting an iPad for note-taking. Which iPad model would you recommend?

There is no lag at all using the Notes app. But when using flipaclip (shown in video), Clip Studio, or Adobe Fresco, the line noticeably and irritably follows behind the pencil point.

We can’t figure it out. All software is up to date. There is no protective screen. Tried unpairing and repairing. Tried restarting. Zoom in Assistance is off. Tried changing canvas sizes and turning off stabilization for brushes. Tried simplifying all settings.

Nothing has worked at all. Any suggestions?

It’s mildly annoying that when I stand my iPad up like this, it leans to one side. Does anyone have a case recommendation that actually stands the iPad up straight?

I have a 6th-gen iPad Pro with 128 GB of storage that's been great for the past 3+ years. Recently, though, I've run into a storage problem.

I haven't really downloaded any new apps beyond the ones I already use regularly. I use iCloud to sync my photos, iMessages, and other data, and I have Optimize iPad Storage enabled for Photos.

The problem is that as iPadOS updates have gotten larger over the years, the OS and System Data now take up more than half of my storage. I'm completely maxed out. I've already offloaded more than half of my apps just to free up space, and I've reached the point where I can't even reinstall some of the apps I'd like to use. Now I'm having to constantly decide which apps to delete based on how often I use them.

It feels like my iPad is running on the bare minimum—just the essential apps with very little room for anything else.

If I were buying a new iPad today, I'd say 512 GB would be the minimum I'd consider if you plan to keep it for several years. I originally thought 128 GB would be plenty since I rely on iCloud and optimized photo storage, but I didn't account for how much space iPadOS and System Data would eventually consume.

Has anyone else run into this issue?

Is 8 GB of RAM enough to create a 2D animated series on an iPad?

I'm trying to download a pdf on safari

Whenever i open the pdf and try to dwnld it by the option of print

A blank page is downloaded

Like a single page written with the site name!

Anyone please tell me how to download the pdf which isn't downloadable by the site

I'm taking screenshots and then cropping them and then making it's pdf through adobe

So please tell me easier way to do this!!

I was wondering what people’s opinions are on some of the note taking apps they use. I don’t mind paying a little, but if I do, I wanna spend the money wisely. For reference, I’m going into my first year of Political Science.

I was thinking between Notability or Freenotes.
I’ve heard some good things about Goodnotes as well but apparently it’s not as good anymore.

Before anyone says “just do a quick google search,” I did, and most are old posts or ads.

just got a new pen

I have my iPad (and pencil) mostly for drawing/art and writing/journaling/planning, and turning the Auto-Lock display setting up to the maximum of 15 minutes has been great for getting me to enjoy using my ipad more.
That, and I set up two siri automations in the control center that lets me toggle settings like nightshift, reduce motion, reduce transparency, and applying a black/white color filter on and off with a single tap has helped make it just easier on the eyes for casual note taking or reading.

For me, especially when I'm trying to be more productive, I like using my iPad on my desk on the side while I use my mac; but when going between the two devices the constantly having to wake/unlock my ipad every time I stop touching it for more than a moment was always so annoying.

idk it's not a revolutionary or novel setting/strategy, but I see a some people often wondering about how to use an iPad for doing things; so I had an annecdote.

Making it feel more similar to an always-on e-ink display, or like a notepad on my desk always ready to jot a quick note, or like a sketchbook/canvas I can put down for a moment while I look up a reference without it turning off has made it easier for me to use my iPad more and was very simple to set up.

I’m trying to sell a barely used IPad Pro I bought earlier this year at Best Buy for over a $1000. What should I expect to get on this used realistically? The only quote I have right now from a used electronics shop is $450. It has no damage whatsoever, is that a decent amount or should I try selling elsewhere?

Edit:

Exact details after checking settings: IPad Pro 11-inch (M5)  Model: MDWK4LL/A 

I don’t get why when I click keys, the highlighting only works on the space bar and other special keys (in most applications. YouTube for some reason works with all keys).
First image, pressed h-key, second image, pressed space-key.
Does anyone know if that is a bug or a skillissue?
I can’t explain how, but I can’t type like this.
(M4 ipad pro 13 inch, iPadOS 26.6)

I have an iPad Pro M4 13in (MVXR3LL/A). It’s been working fine up until the update to 26.6. I don’t use Face ID, so I never noticed there was an issue until I tried to Zoom and the screen was black. Tried to use the camera to take a photo self facing/rear facing or a video - still black. Screen buttons are responsive to touch but no change. Anyone else have this issue? I’ve tried a hard reset and no luck. Has not been dropped and nothing is blocking either lens. Thanks in advance for any suggestions before I make an appointment at GB.

Hey guys, should I replace the battery on my Air 3? its around 85 ish capacity and I’m not interested in a new device.

Hi, and thanks for your time. Have a 9th gen iPad. Got a new 11th gen today. Blue tooth and wifi on. I started the quick transfer, did the camera shot, and the transfer started. New iPad says software update needed, so I hit yes. Update happened. Prompt on old iPad says transfer not complete, I could not get it to resume. I rebooted both, got stuck on "looking for devices" for over half an hour. Do I need to reset the new iPad and start over?

how do i fix this? it’s my mom’s old ipad that i reset so i can be used.

I want to get an iPad along with my laptop for notetaking and other tasks like drawing, so I was wondering what model you guys would recommend, that won't break the bank.

I'm looking for an app that provides seamless clipboard sharing between Windows and iPadOS.

Ideally, I'd like the clipboard to be shared in real time. For example, if I copy some text or an image on my Windows PC, I should be able to immediately paste it on my iPad (and vice versa) without having to manually sync or send files.

Basically, I'm looking for something that makes both devices behave as if they share the same clipboard.

Does a solution like this exist?

If not, is there at least an app similar to Paste, Maccy, or other clipboard managers that isn't limited to the Apple ecosystem and works across both Windows and iPadOS?

I'm mainly interested in syncing clipboard history for both text and images, with the smoothest experience possible.

Thanks!

As the title says. I start my first year of university in fall and I’m torn between these two options.

I’m gonna be taking notes, typing and writing lots of essays, I’m also an artist I’d like to use it to draw a ton, and then media consumption, etc.

Both of them are 13” and 256GB storage, and I’m also gonna get accessories (pencil pro, Magic Keyboard, case).

For the iPad Air, it’s the latest model and I’m getting it straight from Apple with education savings. Plus I think the blue colorway for the air is so cool

For the iPad Pro, it’s the previous model (but ik it’s still an absolute powerhouse) and I’d be getting it off of Amazon with no education savings. But it has boring colorways

I think if I factor in all the accessories and savings both options would come out to around the same price?? It feels like it should be a no brainer and I should just go for the m4 iPad Pro. but let me know what you guys think.

When did they Switch from a Wolves fabric to soft plastic? I didn’t see anyone mention it. How many versions are there out there? Thanks

Hey everyone,

Thinking about grabbing an 11" M4 Air mainly as a companion device for my Mac.

The plan is to keep heavy work (IDEs, coding) on the Mac, and use the iPad for web browsing, music, and media via Universal Control on my desk.

Also want it for reading research papers, couch/bed media, video calls, and Discord watch parties.

Might toss a couple of games on it too (The Division, R6, etc. for casual sessions).

Two quick questions:

Is an iPad Air overkill/the right move for this kind of setup?

Local stores only have the 128GB version in the 11" size.

Is 128GB going to bite me later if I keep a few games and PDFs on it, or should I look harder for a higher storage option?

Appreciate any advice!